Modular and scalable power distribution

Abstract

A modular power distribution system includes using power extension modules and power distribution modules. The power extension modules are configured to route inputted power to another power extension module or a power distribution module. The power distribution modules are configured to route power from a power extension module to one or more racks or cabinets in a data center.

1 . A modular system for the distribution of power comprising:
 a power feed module; and   a power distribution module wherein the system allows for a first configuration and a second configuration, the first configuration has a first number of outlet housings, the second configuration has a second number of outlet housings, and the first number of outlet housings being approximately double the second number of outlet housings.   
     
     
         2 . The modular system of  claim 1  wherein the first configuration also includes a power extension module and a second power distribution module. 
     
     
         3 . The modular system of  claim 2  wherein the first number of outlet housings is 4. 
     
     
         4 . The modular system of  claim 2  wherein the power extension module has breakers, the second power distribution module has breakers, the first power distribution module does not have breakers, and the first power distribution module is connected to the power feed module via the power extension module. 
     
     
         5 . The modular system of  claim 2  wherein the modules are connected to each other via connectors wherein the contacts in the connectors are staggered to reduce insertion force. 
     
     
         6 . The modular system of  claim 5  wherein the contacts are staggered such that ground contacts are the first to engage and the last to disconnect. 
     
     
         7 . The modular system of  claim 1  further comprising a bracket system, the bracket system includes an outer bracket and an inner brackets assembly. 
     
     
         8 . The modular system of  claim 7  wherein the inner bracket assembly includes one of an inner rear bracket and a tall inner front bracket, an inner rear bracket and a short inner front bracket, or an inner rear bracket, inner top module support and a tall inner front bracket.